A new research project in Italy tested a tool that measures how well couples bounce back from stress. The scale, called the Couple Resilience Inventory (CRI), was translated and checked with 360 people from a wide age range, most of whom were women. The study looked at how the questions fit together
Plants and the microbes that help them survive harsh weather can be made stronger by boosting a natural compound called glycine betaine. This molecule helps cells keep the right balance of water and protects them from heat, salt or drought. Traditionally, betaine comes from plants grown in specific
A fresh approach lets scientists watch glycine receptors in action at the nanometer level. Glycine receptors, which help dampen nerve signals, have been hard to study because usual fluorescent tags interfere with their normal behaviour. The new design attaches a chloride‑sensitive dye, mClYFP, to th
People often talk about the bad sides of social media. But what if we look at how it can actually help us feel more connected and purposeful? A recent study tried to do just that. It looked at why people use social media and how that relates to their sense of meaning in life. The study involved nea
Deep in a cave in Italy, scientists made an astonishing discovery. They found the remains of a teenager who lived 12, 000 years ago. This young person had a rare condition that affected her bones. Her arms and legs were much shorter than usual. This condition is called acromesomelic dysplasia, Marot
Deep beneath California's north coast, a seismic puzzle is unfolding. Scientists have uncovered hidden fault lines, revealing that the earthquake risk in the region might be much higher than we thought. The Mendocino Triple Junction, a hotspot where three tectonic plates meet, is more complex than p
Inside the body, there are tiny factories called germinal centers. Their job is to make top-notch antibodies. These antibodies help fight off germs. Recently, scientists found a special group of cells called pre-plasma cells in mice. These cells are like apprentices learning to become full-fledged p
Invisibility has always been a fascinating idea, from ancient myths to modern sci-fi. But is it possible in real life? Scientists are working on it, using clever tricks with waves. They've found that by manipulating light, sound, or even earthquake waves, they can make things seem to vanish. This i
Researchers found that a specific protein, Adamts5, plays a big role in muscle healing. When this protein is missing, muscles don't heal as well after an injury. This is because the protein helps control inflammation and scarring, which are important for muscle repair. In an experiment, scientists
Researchers have been looking into how different metal compounds affect cells. They used a special tool called Raman spectroscopy to study this. This tool helps see changes inside cells without needing any labels. They tested three types of metal compounds: copper(II), manganese(II), and silver(I).
